Legislator collecting school supplies for local students

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NORTH CANAAN — With the start of classes beginning at the end of this month, State Rep. Brian Ohler (R-North Canaan) is hosting a School Supply Drive. Items can be dropped off at various libraries serving several communities of the Northwest Corner. The drive officially kicked off Aug. 1 and continues through Sept. 7.

“This an exciting time of year for students getting ready to head back to school. If they haven’t gotten them already, students across the district will be receiving schedules, class and locker assignments,” Ohler said in a statement. “However, getting everyone prepared to go back to school isn’t always easy for all families. Students deserve adequate supplies and learning tools regardless of economic background and situation. I went ahead and contacted several libraries and we will work together to gather supplies for as many students in our communities as possible.”

State Rep. Brian Ohler is collecting school supplies this month. Above, Ohler’s flier encouraging people to donate.

State Rep. Brian Ohler is collecting school supplies this month. Above, Ohler’s flier encouraging people to donate.

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State Rep. Brian Ohler is collecting school supplies this month. Above, Ohler’s flier encouraging people to donate.

State Rep. Brian Ohler is collecting school supplies this month. Above, Ohler’s flier encouraging people to donate.

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Participating libraries include the Kent Memorial Library, 32 North Main St., Kent; Douglas Library, 108 West Main St., North Canaan; Goshen Public Library, 42B North St., Goshen; and the Hotchkiss Library (10 Upper Main St. Sharon.

“We have a tradition of coming together and helping each other out here in our rural communities,” Ohler said. “I have confidence that there will be great participation in this drive so that we can outfit our students with the needed resources for success in the classroom. After the conclusion of the drive each library will distribute the supplies as needed.”

Boxes will be placed at each library to serve as drop location. For information, Ohler can be contacted at Brian.Ohler@housegop.ct.gov or by calling 860-240-8700.